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news_user
Wouldn't copy-pasting be a better option considering that when you type a password it could be key-logged?
aritmo
When you copy-paste, you first 'copy' and the password is in the global clipboard. Some other app may be able to read the clipboard and get your password.
netizen-936824
So the solution is to have them redo it after it was already on the global clipboard? Seems nonsensical
[dead] nodex-alex
A copied password is more likely to be secure (i/e generated from a password manager) than one that has to be manualy typed. The bank is not thinking this through properly.
hw-guy
Requiring users to type a password is a strong incentive to choose one that is easy to type.
readonthegoapp
I've been semi trying to keep my work and personal computing separate

Like some recent HN article demanded

Its impossible